Data Scientist—Grants & Program Analytics

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Data Scientist responsible for identifying and implementing methods, algorithms, and systems to extract, analyze, and organize data related to AMS grants and agreements.

You will analyze structured and unstructured data to evaluate portfolio performance, develop computational methods, build visualizations for non-technical audiences, and collaborate with program teams and leadership to support reporting and program evaluation.

Qualifications

• US citizenship or US national is required.
• Selective Service registration for certain individuals born male after 12/31/1959.
• Background investigation and/or fingerprint check required.
• One-year probationary period unless previously served.

Responsibilities

• Analyze structured and unstructured project and financial data from AMS grants and agreements to evaluate portfolio and program performance, project effectiveness, mission alignment, and risks.
• Develop and apply computational algorithms, statistical methods, and data preparation techniques to clean, merge, standardize, and transform large multi source datasets.
• Develop and utilize data visualization tools to translate information into insights for non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with program teams and leadership to develop data requirements, methodologies, and plans supporting reporting and evaluation.
• Provide technical advice on pilot initiatives and data science applications; participate on cross-functional teams.

Job description

Talentify in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Data Scientist responsible for identifying and implementing methods, algorithms, and systems to extract, analyze, and organize data related to AMS grants and agreements.

You will analyze structured and unstructured data to evaluate portfolio performance, develop computational methods, build visualizations for non-technical audiences, and collaborate with program teams and leadership to support reporting and program evaluation.